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CONTENTS Free Training Sessions
Provided by VDIC Selected Resources at
VDIC and on the Internet on No Tobacco Highlights from the
New Additions to VDIC Library Friends of Vietnam
Heritage Book Review Selected Publications for Sale at VDIC Distance Learning Center Events in May 2008 |
VDIC
News
Free Training Sessions
Provided by VDIC
Location:
VDIC, Ground Floor, 63 Ly Thai To,
IMPORTANT NOTICES FOR PARTICIPANTS: * Please read the course materials
available online at http://www.vdic.org.vn/?name=library&op=viewDetailNews&id=339&mid=322&cmid=361
before attending the class. It is useful to take
them to the class for additional notes since we do not provide participants
with printed course materials. * Please bring your own laptop to
the classes if possible since these training sessions require computer use
and Internet access while number of computers for class
participants are limited. Wifi is provided free of charge at VDIC. “Searching the Internet:
basic skills” class Date:
Aims: After
the workshop, participants should: (i) have a better understanding of
information-finding possibilities on the Internet (ii) have a broad overview
of different search tools (iii) be able to phrase search queries effectively. “Referencing skills” class Date:
Aims: After
the workshop, participants should know how to: (i) manage their references
(ii) cite the references appropriately (iii) create a reference list or
bibliography. Everyone
is welcome - please visit the VDIC to sign up at the front desk, or send an
email to nvu2@worldbank.org
with your name, organisation, and telephone number and specify the class(es) you want to participate. Acceptance of
registration will be done on first come first serve basis. Exhibitions at VDIC
Please see Library section for lists of selected
resources on the exhibition themes below. World No Tobacco Day 2008: Tobacco
Free Youth Tobacco is the leading preventable
cause of death in the world. It is the only legal consumer product that kills
one third to one half of those who use it as intended by its manufacturers,
with its victims dying on average 15 years prematurely. Nicotine is a highly
addictive substance and child and adolescent experimentation can easily lead
to a lifetime of tobacco dependence. Globally, most people start smoking
before the age of 18, and almost a quarter of these individuals begin using
tobacco before the age of 10. The younger children are when they first try
smoking, the more likely they are to become regular tobacco users and the
less likely they are to quit. Approximately 1.8 billion young people (aged
10-24) live in our world today with more than 85% found in developing
countries. Having survived the vulnerable childhood period, these young
people are generally healthy. However, as the tobacco industry
intensifies its efforts to hook new, young and potentially life-long tobacco
users, the health of a significant percentage of the world's youth is
seriously threatened by their deadly products. The tobacco industry spends
tens of millions of dollars worldwide every year to effectively market its
products in as many ways as possible. It is clearly proven that exposure to
direct and indirect pro-tobacco advertising, together with other marketing
strategies used by the tobacco industry, leads to an increase in
experimentation by young people and, in turn, to the very real risk of their
becoming regular users of tobacco products. In response to this threat to young
people, this year's World No Tobacco Day campaign focuses on the following
main message: One of the most effective ways
countries can protect young people from experimenting and becoming regular
tobacco users is to ban all forms of direct and indirect tobacco advertising,
including promotion of tobacco products and sponsorship, by the tobacco
industry, of any events or activities. Small exhibition at VDIC on this
occasion provides brief information on this topic. |
Library
For more information
about VDIC library services and resources, please visit http://www.vdic.org.vn/?name=library&op=viewDetailNews&id=354&mid=322
Selected Resources at VDIC and on the Internet
on No Tobacco
WHO’s World No Tobacco Day web
site http://www.who.int/tobacco/wntd/2008/focus/en/index.html SOC-DRU-T4.
Tobacco Control Policy
: Strategies Successes Setbacks. SOC-DRU-T1.
The 2003 GYTS in Samet,
Jonathan M. Women and the tobacco epidemic : challanges for the 21st century. SOC-DRU-T3.
Curbing the epidemic - governments and
the economics of tobacco control. SOC-DRU-T3.
Ngan chan mot nan dich
: chinh phu va khia canh kinh te cua kiem soat thuoc la = Curbing the
epidemic : government and the economics of tobacco control. De
Beyer, Joy. Privatization in the
tobacco industry : issues and good practice
guidelines to ensure economic benefits and safeguard public health. de
Beyer, Joy. Tobacco Control Policy:
strategies successes and setbacks. de
Walque, Damien. Education,
information, and smoking decisions : evidence from
smoking histories, 1940-2000. Djutaharta,
Triasih. The impact of passive smoking
at home on respiratory diseases: results from the Indonesia 2001 national
survey data. Guindon,
G. Emmanuel. Past, current and future
trends in tobacco use. Kyaing,
Nyo Nyo. Study on poverty alleviation
and tobacco control in Myanmar. Sarntisart,
Isra. An economic analysis of tobacco
control in Thailand. Highlights from the New Additions to VDIC
Library
Full list of new additions to VDIC library can be found at http://www.vdic.org.vn/?name=library&op=viewDetailNews&id=161&mid=322&cmid=325 AGR 18. Kiple, Kenneth F. A movable feast: ten millennia of food
globalization. EDU 3. Peters, Michael A.;
Besley, A.C. (Tina). Building
knowledge cultures: Education and development in the age of knowledge
capitalism. Rowman & Littlefield, 2006. EDU-EQU-V1 [Internet]. Bộ Giáo
dục Đào tạo; UNICEF; UNESCO. Nghiên
cứu về chuyển tiếp từ tiểu học lên trung học cơ sở của trẻ em gái người dân
tộc thiểu số. Bộ Giáo dục Đào tạo; UNICEF; UNESCO, 2008. Full text http://www.un.org.vn/dmdocuments/transition_study_vn_.pdf
ENV-BIO-V26. ENV-CLI 5. Sanderson, Jamie;
Islam, Sardar M.N. Climate change and
economic development: SEA regional modelling
and analysis. Palgrave, 2007. ENV-DIS-V2. CARE International ENV-MAN-V [Internet]. Hoang,
Minh Ha; Van Noordwijk, Meine ; Pham, Thu Thuy. Payment for environmental services:
Experiences and lessons in Vietnam. World Agroforestry Centre (ICRAF),
2008. Full text http://www.worldagroforestrycentre.org/sea/Publications/files/booklet/BL0034-08.PDF
IND-POL 9. Yusuf, Shahid;
Nabeshima, Kaoru; Yamashita, Shoichi (eds). Growing industrial clusters in LAB-HDR [Internet]. Giguere,
Sylvain (ed.). More Than Just Jobs:
Workforce Development in a Skills-Based Economy. OECD, 2008. Full text http://213.253.134.43/oecd/pdfs/browseit/8408021E.PDF
LAW-SYS-V5. Sidel, Mark. Law and society in TRA-POL 9. Landy, Marc K.;
Levin, Martin A.; Shapiro, Martin. Creating
competitive markets: The politics of regulation reform. Brookings
Institution Press, 2007. Useful Web Sites
More useful web sites on development
issues can be viewed at http://www.vdic.org.vn/?name=usefullink&mid=314
Private Infrastructure Projects Database http://ppi.worldbank.org/ The
Private Participation in Infrastructure Projects Database is a joint product
of the World Bank’s Infrastructure Economics and Finance Department and the
Public-Private Infrastructure Advisory Facility (PPIAF). Its purpose is to
identify and disseminate information on private participation in
infrastructure projects in low- and middle-income countries. The database
highlights the contractual arrangements used to attract private investment,
the sources and destination of investment flows, and information on the main
investors. By providing critical data and analysis to government policy-makers,
consumer representatives, the donor community, and other stakeholders, the
database contributes to the public debate on the private provision of
infrastructure. Friends of
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Funding Opportunities
For more
funding opportunities, please read previous VDIC newsletters at http://www.vdic.org.vn/?name=newsletter&op=viewDetailNews&id=230&mid=350
For
further information on the news provided below, please contact the
organization directly. The Vietnam Innovation Day (VID)
2008 is a "mini marketplace" for innovative ideas that address
local development challenges. It identifies and directly supports small,
bottom-up, innovative development proposals that deliver results, which can
then be expanded or replicated. It creates opportunities for local innovators
to meet, exchange ideas, share information and network with other people
responding to the same concerns. The theme for 2008 programme is “Safer
Food for People”. The proposals could focus on, but not be limited to, the
following sub-themes 1/ Education and public awareness
raising: 2/ ‘Good Practices’ for food
safety: 3/ New technology for safer and
higher quality products: 4/ Solutions for better management
and administration: The VID is seeking proposals from
all Vietnamese individuals, groups and organizations at local level.
Foreigners and international organizations may only apply in partnership with
a local agency. Timeline: Proposals must be
received by the World Bank Vietnam office by It is planned that at least 15
grants will be awarded through an open competition. Maximum award size is
expected to be about US$15,000 to support the implementation of the proposal.
The final awarded amount may vary in size and will be determined based on the
needs of the proposals selected. For more information please visit www.worldbank.org/vn Open Research Fellowships - Applications are invited from men
and women for three research fellowships in any subject, and for one Alan
Wilson Research Fellowship in the Medical or Biological Sciences. The fellowships are tenable from Applicants must not have completed
more than a total of eight years of postgraduate research by Deadline: For more information please visit http://www.emma.cam.ac.uk/teaching/jobs/resfell/ Visiting Fellowships - All There is no stipend attached to a
Visiting Fellowship, but the college provides visiting fellows with free
lunches, dinners, and living accommodation; a study; computing support;
internet facilities; some shared secretarial assistance; and access to Oxford
libraries. Deadline: For more information please visit http://www.all-souls.ox.ac.uk/elections/visiting.php JSPS RONPAKU (Dissertation Ph.D.) Program - The Japan Society for the Promotion
of Science (JSPS) has been carrying out the RONPAKU (Dissertation Ph.D.)
Program since 1978. The aim of this program is to provide tutorial and
financial support for promising researchers in Amount note: 1. To the RONPAKU
fellow: a. Round-trip, economy-class
international air ticket from his or her home country b. Maintenance allowance for his or
her stay in c. Medical and accident insurance
during fellow's stay in d. Expenses related to dissertation
submission of up to 500,000 yen (based on Japanese host university's
regulations), and dissertation printing and publication of up to 100,000 yen
in final year of fellowship tenure Deadline: For more information please visit http://www.jsps.go.jp/english/e-ronpaku/guideline.html Swedish Research Link Programme - Vetenskapsrådet (VR) The Swedish Research Links
Programme seeks to foster research ties between researchers in International Research Grants are normally
awarded for three years with a possible one-year extension. The maximum
International Research Grant is SEK 250,000 a year for three years, i.e., a
total of SEK 750,000. The one-year International Planning Grant amounts to
SEK 75,000. Deadline: For more information please visit http://www.vr.se/mainmenu/applyforgrants/callforproposals/ UNESCO-Goi Peace Foundation International Essay Contest for
Young People 2008 Young people from around the world
are again invited this year to enter the 2008 International Essay Contest
organized by UNESCO and the Goi Peace Foundation with the sponsorship of the
Earthrise Society. The theme for this year s contest
is "My project to create positive change in my environment. How can I
foster sustainable development in my community?" Please submit your
innovative ideas and concrete plans/projects to address the social, cultural,
environmental or economic problems faced by your community. First prize winners will receive a
cash award and a trip to To read winning essays from last
year's contest, please kindly visit the website http://www.goipeace.or.jp/english/activities/programs/0702.htm. The deadline for entry is Please see the complete guidelines
on http://www.goipeace.or.jp/english/activities/programs/0801_00.htm. The 2008 International Essay
Contest anouncement is also prominently highlighted on UNESCO website at http://www.unesco.org/youth. YouthActionNet® Global Fellowship Program Are you the founder of a youth
organization that mobilizes citizens in addressing an urgent social need? Do
you lead a team of dedicated young people in protecting and promoting
children’s rights in your country? If you are a young person working to bring
about positive societal change in your community, YouthActionNet® can help. Launched in 2001 by the
International Youth Foundation, YouthActionNet® strengthens, supports, and
celebrates the role of young people in leading positive change in their
communities. Each year, 20 exceptional young social entrepreneurs are
selected as YouthActionNet® Global Fellows following a competitive
application process. The year-long Fellowship program includes: Skill-building *A seven-day capacity building
retreat in *Development of a customized
learning plan based on individual leadership learning needs. This learning is
focused on six dimensions of leadership: personal, visionary, political,
collaborative, organizational, and societal. Networking *Networking with international and
national aid agencies, NGOs, and corporate partners. *Peer-to-peer networking throughout
the year. Advocacy *Training in communications and
media outreach; public relations technical assistance. *Access to global advocacy platforms
and media coverage. Global Fellows also have access to
potential funding opportunities. Eligibility * Open to all young people, ages
18-29 * Applicants should be founders of
existing projects/organizations with a clear vision for social change, or leading
a project within an organization * Proficiency in English is
required; applications must be submitted in English * Applicants must be available to
attend full retreat, November 1-8, 2008, in To Apply Completed application forms are due
by the May 15th. Applicants may fill
out the form online at www.youthactionnet.org 2009-2010 Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship Program The Embassy of the Attached please find the program’s
announcement and application form for the 2009-2010 academic year.
Application deadline: For additional information, please
visit the Vietnamese Alumni Communty on State Alumni website at http://alumni.state.gov/vietnamese-community or contact ledt@state.gov . 2009 Vietnamese Fulbright Scholar Program The Fulbright Program in To apply for the 2009 Vietnamese
Scholar Program, applicants must meet the following minimum requirements:
hold an M.A. or Ph.D. degree (or equivalent degree in some specific
professionals), be Vietnamese citizens, and have English skills adequate to
conduct their research and/or lectures in the Application deadline: For additional information, please
visit the Vietnamese Alumni Communty on State Alumni website at http://alumni.state.gov/vietnamese-community or contact ledt@state.gov . 2008 Equator Prize The Equator Initiative is a
partnership that brings together the United Nations, civil society, business,
governments and communities to help build the capacity and raise the profile
of grassroots efforts to reduce poverty through the conservation and
sustainable use of biodiversity. A simple fact lies at the heart of
the Equator Initiative's work: the world's greatest concentrations of
biological wealth are found in the tropics, in countries that also have some
of the highest levels of poverty. The good news is that communities are
charting a path toward sustainability, creatively using biological resources
for food, medicine, shelter and improved livelihoods in ways that raise
incomes and protect the environment. The Equator Initiative champions and
supports community efforts to link economic development and income generation
with the conservation and sustainable use of biodiversity. The Equator Initiative's work is
organized around four themes: *The Equator Prize is a prestigious
international award that recognizes outstanding local efforts to reduce
poverty through the conservation and sustainable use of biodiversity. *An innovative programme of
community and local-global dialogues, learning exchanges and meetings,
Equator Dialogues celebrate local successes, share experiences and inform
policy. *Equator Knowledge is a
comprehensive research and learning initiative dedicated to synthesizing
lessons from local conservation and poverty reduction practice. *Equator Ventures is a unique
investment program focused on blended finance and capacity development for
biodiversity enterprises in the most biodiversity-rich locations of the
world. For more information please visit http://www.equatorinitiative.org/ CALL FOR APPLICATIONS: The 2008 Ryutaro Hashimoto APFED Awards The Asia-Pacific Forum for
Environment and Development (APFED) is pleased to invite all eligible
organisations that have made contributions to the promotion of sustainable
development in the Asia-Pacific to apply for the 2008 Ryutaro Hashimoto APFED
Awards for Good Practices. The applications that satisfy the
eligibility requirements and that qualify by means of a peer-review will be
registered in the APFED database. After a comprehensive evaluation process,
winners will be presented with monetary awards. These awards are the Gold
Prize (USD 20,000), the
Silver Prize (USD 7,000) and the Incentive Prize (USD 2,000). The deadline for applications is 30
May 2008. For further details, please visit http://www.apfed.net/ki/awards/index.html CALL FOR APPLICATIONS: APFED Showcase Programme The Asia-Pacific Forum for
Environment and Development (APFED) Showcase Programme is now calling for
proposals for showcase projects which support the development,
implementation, monitoring, and information dissemination of innovative
policies, measures and actions for promoting sustainable development in the
Asia-Pacific region. A grant of up to USD 30,000 will be provided to each
selected project. The deadline for application is 31
May 2008. For further details, please visit http://www.apfed.net/showcase/index.html Australian Scholarship opportunities available for Australian Scholarships is
providing educational, research and professional development opportunities to
support growth in the Asia-Pacific region, promote excellence in education
and build enduring links at the individual, institutional and country levels. Australian Scholarships consists of
the following programs: * Australian Development
Scholarships (ADS), building on the long established and well regarded
existing country program that are a central component of the Australian
Government’s aid program (AusAID). Full details of ADS can be found on the
ADS website, at http://www.ads.edu.vn * Australian Leadership Awards
(ALA) is a prestigious regional program targeting current and future leaders
from areas of shared mutual interest (AusAID). Full details of * Endeavour Awards, developing
linkages through excellence in education. The Endeavour Awards is an
internationally competitive, merit-based program providing opportunities to
undertake short or long term study, research and professional development in Information sessions about the
Australian scholarships will be held in: * * HAI PHONG at Maritime University,
484 Lach Tray at 9.00AM, 6 May 2008 * DANANG at ELI, the * HO CHI MINH CITY at Gillawa room,
5th Floor, Australian Consulate, 5B Ton Duc Thang, District 1 at 9.00AM, 22
May 2008 * VUNG TAU at the Palace Hotel, 01
Nguyen Trai at 9.00AM, 23 May 2008 To register your attendance, pls
contact: Tel: 04 831 7755, ext. 155 or 08
825 6560 -- Email: ha.tran@aei.gov.au or studyinaustralia@hcm.vnn.vn. Scholars will be selected from
highly competitive pools on the basis of demonstrated leadership qualities,
academic achievement and/or the potential for them to have development
impact. Awards are open for all fields of
study. However study programs that
relate to the priority themes of shared regional interest - international
trade, pandemics, security and climate change (including clean energy) - are
encouraged. For further information go to www.australianscholarships.gov.au Asia-Pacific Child Rights Award for Television 2008 The ABU, CASBAA and UNICEF are now
calling on Asia-Pacific broadcasters and producers for entries for the ABU
CASBAA UNICEF Child Rights Award 2008. The Award is made each year to the
best television programming on children’s rights produced in the Asia-Pacific
region. The ABU, CASBAA and UNICEF are now
calling on Asia-Pacific broadcasters and producers for entries for the ABU
CASBAA UNICEF Child Rights Award 2008. The Award is made each year to the
best television programming on children’s rights produced in the Asia-Pacific
region. It recognizes the efforts of broadcasters in pursuing both the
production of top quality children’s programming and better news coverage of
children’s issues. There is only one category and one winner. Programmes both for children and
about children are eligible and can cover any child rights’ issue. Entries
can include documentaries that detail the plight of children, dramas that help
break down stereotypes and discrimination, or animation that teaches and
entertains. Entries must have been broadcast between June 2007 and May 2008.
The Award will be presented at the 45th ABU General Assembly & Associated
Meeting in 47 Asian and Pacific countries are
eligible for this award, including Entries must be received by 30 June
2008. For more information please visit http://www.childrightsaward.org/index.html British Chevening
Scholarships - British Council The British Chevening Scholarships are funded by the Foreign and
Commonwealth Office and administered by the British Council.The British Chevening
Scholarships enable overseas graduate students and young professionals to
study or do research at UK institutions of higher education, becoming
familiar with the United Kingdom and gaining skills that will benefit their
countries. The programme currently provides around 2,300 scholarships each
year. The award amount is unspecified. There are basically three types of
scholarship: -
Type A
scholarships cover tuition fees only. -
Type B scholarships are full
scholarships that cover tuition fees, monthly stipend, and various one-off
allowances. -
Type C scholarships vary from award
to award and cover part or full stipend and/or allowances. For more information please visit http://www.chevening.com/about/countries/vietnam/index.html Call for Entries to Reuters-IUCN Environmental Media Awards IUCN Media Awards is a worldwide
competition in environmental journalism to recognise excellence in
professional reporting on environmental and sustainable development issues;
and foster a dialogue between journalists and experts to encourage
informative reporting based on sound scientific data. The Awards are open to
journalists in print and online news services throughout the world. Journalists
are invited to submit entries related to environment and sustainable
development. The global winner, selected from
six regional winners, receives a cash prize of US$5,000. The six regional
winners receive a trophy and a travel grant to attend the global awards
ceremony in October 2008. Deadline: 15 June 2008 For more information please visit http://cms.iucn.org/media/media_awards/index.cfm Coral reef research fellowship The Khaled bin Sultan Living Oceans
Foundation (LOF) sponsors graduate fellowships for doctoral students and
post-doctoral researchers whose research supports conservation, management
and restoration of coral reef ecosystems.
Beginning in 2009, a dedicated and hard working individual will have
the opportunity to participate in a multidisciplinary global coral reef
expedition, with research opportunities in 1) Identification of factors that
impart ecological resilience to global threats (e.g., climate change) and how
these indicators vary across gradients of human and environmental stressors; 2) Characterization of key
processes (e.g., herbivory, recruitment, predation) that drive ecosystem
health, and how diversity, productivity, habitat structure, anthropogenic
disturbances, environmental
determinants and other factors; 3) Elucidating genetic connectivity
within and between reef systems and the roles of biological (e.g.,
reproductive strategy) and physical factors; and 4) Evaluation of bioindicators that
enhance the ability of corals to resist environmental stress, such as
cellular-diagnostic markers (e.g., heat shock proteins), genetic diversity of
algal symbionts and associated microbial communities, and genetic estimates
of clonal structure within reefs. The Living Oceans Foundation
Fellowship will provide up to a $35,000 annual stipend to cover legitimate
educational and research expenses such as tuition and research field-work
expenses. The fellowship recipient will be known as the "Khaled bin
Sultan Living Oceans Foundation Research Fellow." Fellows may receive up
to three continuous years of financial support based upon annual competitive
reapplication. Candidates must have demonstrated
oral and written communication skills and have the knowledge and expertise
needed to develop a dissertation topic related to the mission of the Foundation
and its role in marine conservation. Ph.D. candidates must also meet the
requirements of graduate programs at accredited universities. Applications must originate from the
accredited university. Applications will include: 1) proof
of enrollment or admissions in an accredited university, 2) copies of
undergraduate and graduate transcripts, 3) an essay explaining your interest
in marine conservation, 4) a research proposal, 5) two letters of recommendation, and
6) written endorsement of your established, or prospective academic advisor. Deadline for application: Please see http://www.livingoceansfoundation.org and click on "Fellowships" for more
information. Ha Noi Connect2Earth Competition - Call for Entry Connect2Earth is a new
international online community where young people can express their opinions
about the environment by uploading videos, pictures and comments. The global Connect2Earth
competition will last until The Audience: How to join? Firstly, go to http://www.connect2earth.org or write connect2earth@iucn.org.vn to find out how to submit an entry. When you have submitted your entry,
send connect2earth@iucn.org.vn the following information: * Your full name and date of birth * Your contact details (Phone
number, email address) * Your organization (if any) * The nick you used to submit entry * The category of your entry * The date when you submitted the
entry Procedure and Prize: * Entries will be accepted starting
from 0:00 on Thursday, May 1 to 24:00 on Sunday, 29 June, depending on the
arrival time of notice emails received by IUCN Viet Nam. * A judging committee comprising of
environmental experts, environmental education experts and media experts will
select a winner for each genre of photography, video clip and text comments
in early July. * Notification of prize winners and
the awarding will be made before September. * Award winning entries will
receive in-kind prizes (personal income tax included) and public exposure on
environmental media Keep in mind: * There is no limitation to the
number of entries you can make to this competition. * Participants to this competition
are subject to the terms and conditions of services set by the global
connect2earth initiative. * In case of any dispute, the final
decision is made by the competition’s judging committee and IUCN Viet Nam. * Write connect2earth@iucn.org.vn if you have any question. Change Agent Awards for Women in Computing from Emerging
Countries The Anita Borg Change Agent Awards
celebrate the accomplishments of technical women from emerging countries.
These awards are designed to recognize up-and-coming leaders that impact or
advance women's participation in technology, while also internationally
expanding the reach of the Grace Hopper Celebration of Women in Computing
conference. Three individual Awards will be
given to women in computing that: 1. Demonstrate leadership within
their communities 2. Expand opportunities and
influence the careers of girls and women in technology 3. Demonstrate impact on advancing
women's participation in technology 4. Establish the desire to attend
the conference 5. Demonstrate financial need Each award includes reimbursement
of travel expenses to/from the conference, hotel accommodations, full
conference registration, the opportunity to participate in a conference
session, and recognition in the printed program at the 2008 Grace Hopper
Celebration of Women in Computing Conference. Women of all ages and education
levels are encouraged to apply. Please read the complete details about this
award in order to nominate yourself or others for consideration. A change agent is someone who
either deliberately engages in social change, or whose behavior results in
social, cultural or behavioral change. Scholarships will be given to change
agents that support women as equal partners in the development and use of
computing around the world. Women of all ages and education levels are
encouraged to apply, provided they can demonstrate their impact on advancing
women's participation in technology. Applicants must articulate how their
participation in the Grace Hopper Celebration of Women will support their
work to promote active participation of women in information technology. You will be required to supply the
following: • Introductory statement that
describes an overview of your work, accomplishments, and country context.
This is not to exceed one page. • Statement of merit that addresses
the candidacy requirements and goals specified in this document – please
address all areas of competency as descried in the overview section. This is
not to exceed one page. • Curriculum vitae or résumé For more information please visit http://anitaborg.org/initiatives/awards/change-agent-awards/ |
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